Stones for a Newbe

Mon Dec 03, 2012 4:31 am

Want to learn to freehand sharpen before delving into the world of Japanese knives. Have been watching a lot of videos and looking at stones, which is how I found this place.Have been looking at the Arashiyama 1k and 6k or would I be better off just shelling out the extra money for some Shapton Glass stones.For now I will be sharpening some old stainless beaters and a few Victorinox knives.Once I feel competent with sharpening I want to jump into a nice Japanese stainless or carbon, if not both.All opinions appreciated.

Re: Stones for a Newbe

Mon Dec 03, 2012 3:15 pm

No, you wouldn't necessarily be better off. I had some GlassStone's and sold them in favor of stone's more like the Arashiyama's. Personal preference. You could get the Arashiyama's and never want another stone.

Re: Stones for a Newbe

Mon Dec 03, 2012 10:48 pm

Thanks Adam and Mark for your responses. I'm just an avid home cook that has grown weary of cheap knives and gadgets to make them "appear" sharp. I'm hoping I can learn to sharpen well enough to be able to justify owning knives not bought in a department store. From looking around CKTG I could easily spend a few k$ in the blink of an eye! And that would just make me want to spend more!